Andre Jacques Garnerin Collection

Second balloon ascent of Dr. Andre-Jacques Garnerin with Citizen Henri at the Parc Monceau, Paris, 8 July 1798

André Jacques Garnerin standing in the gondola of his parachute waving a French flag after release from his balloon
UIG2623671 André Jacques Garnerin standing in the gondola of his parachute waving a French flag after release from his balloon; (add.info.: Wood engraving depicting André Jacques Garnerin)

Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent
3732755 Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent)

Andre-Jacques Garnerin's parachute design
3732620 Andre-Jacques Garnerin's parachute design; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Andre-Jacques Garnerin's parachute design)

Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent
3732623 Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent)

Andre-Jacques Garnerin's parachute design
3732621 Andre-Jacques Garnerin's parachute design; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Andre-Jacques Garnerin's parachute design)

Andre-Jacques Garnerin's parachute design
3732698 Andre-Jacques Garnerin's parachute design; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Andre-Jacques Garnerin's parachute design)

Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent
3732622 Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent)

Andre-Jacques Garnerin's parachute design
3732699 Andre-Jacques Garnerin's parachute design; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Andre-Jacques Garnerin's parachute design)

Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent
3732617 Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent)

Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent
3732757 Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Andre-Jacques Garnerin making his first parachute descent)

Andre Jacques Garnerin
2757492 Andre Jacques Garnerin. by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Transport. Coll. Part. Transport. Aeronautics. Andre Jacques Garnerin, inventor of the parachute)

Andre-Jacques Garnerin, balloonist and the inventor of the frameless parachute
2619138 Andre-Jacques Garnerin, balloonist and the inventor of the frameless parachute, from Les Merveilles de la Science, published c.1870 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection

Experimenting with parachuting at Parc Monceau by Andre-Jacques Garnerin (22 Octobre 1797) (chromolitho)
961336 Experimenting with parachuting at Parc Monceau by Andre-Jacques Garnerin (22 Octobre 1797) (chromolitho) by French School

Second flight of Garnerin with Citoyenne Henri from Parc Monceau, 8 July 1798
810336 Second flight of Garnerin with Citoyenne Henri from Parc Monceau, 8 July 1798, from Costumes Parisiens, c.1798 (coloured engraving) by French School

Second balloon ascent of Dr. Andre-Jacques Garnerin
5986452 Second balloon ascent of Dr. Andre-Jacques Garnerin, 8 July 1798 (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by French School, (18th century); (add.info.: Second balloon ascent of Dr)

Andre-Jacques Garnerin descending from a balloon by parachute, 1797 (chromolitho)
1094285 Andre-Jacques Garnerin descending from a balloon by parachute, 1797 (chromolitho) by French School

First parachute descent by Jacques Garnerin, 22 October 1797 (chromolitho)
961335 First parachute descent by Jacques Garnerin, 22 October 1797 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: First parachute descent by Jacques Garnerin)

Andre Jacques Garnerin, French aeronaut and the first parachutist, c1800 (1910). Garnerin (1769-1823) became a balloon inspector in the French Army in 1793

Portrait of Andre-Jacques Garnerin (1769-1823), Late 18th cent
Portrait of Andre -Jacques Garnerin (1769-1823), Late 18th cent. Private Collection

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André Jacques Garnerin was a pioneering French inventor and adventurer who is best known for his contributions to the development of parachutes. Born in Paris in 1769, Garnerin became fascinated with flight at a young age and dedicated his life to exploring ways to safely descend from great heights. In 1797, Garnerin made history by successfully completing the world's first parachute jump from a hot air balloon. His daring feat captured the imagination of people around the world and solidified his reputation as a fearless innovator. Garnerin continued to refine his designs and techniques, eventually creating a silk parachute that allowed for smoother descents and greater control. He went on to perform numerous demonstrations and exhibitions, thrilling audiences with his aerial acrobatics. Despite facing many challenges and setbacks throughout his career, André Jacques Garnerin never wavered in his pursuit of excellence. His legacy lives on today in the countless individuals who have been inspired by his courage, creativity, and determination.